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Your motorcycle is equipped
with Digital Motor Electronic
(MOTRONIC) engine manage-
ment and a high-output ignition
system.
d Warning:
When the engine is running or
the ignition is switched on, do
not touch electrically live
components, terminals or
wiring.
–Risk of fatal accident!
Work on the electrical system
only when the circuit has
been interrupted (switch off
ignition). For greater safety,
disconnect and insulate the
negative battery lead. If you intend to perform the
maintenance and general care
work described in the following
section yourself, you must pos-
sess the necessary knowledge
of technical matters and
mechanical skills.
Your motorcycle is built to high
technological standards. Spe-
cial tools and purpose-
designed diagnosis and testing
equipment, together with the
appropriate knowledge, are
needed to keep your motorcy-
cle in optimum working order.
General instructions
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Your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer possesses the neces-
sary technical know-how and
employs company-trained staff.
He can guarantee that your
motorcycle is always main-
tained in a fault-free technical
condition.
Remember: the safety and reli-
ability of your motorcycle are
the most important considera-
tions.
You should therefore not
attempt any complex repair or
maintenance tasks.
Keep to the specified Inspec-
tion and Service intervals. BMW refuses to accept liability
for damage or consequential
damage due to repairs or serv-
ice work carried out by other
than BMW-authorised work-
shops.
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Technical modifications
d Warning:
The data stored in the
MOTRONIC control unit is the
result of extensive experi-
mental and testing work.
Tampering with the
MOTRONIC control unit rep-
resents an increased safety
risk for the rider.
L Note:
Tampering with the MOTRONIC
control unit invalidates the war-
ranty.
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There is only limited scope for
technical modifications to the
motorcycle.
Whenever you are planning
such modifications, comply
with all the legal requirements.
The vehicle must not infringe
your national road-vehicle con-
struction and use regulations.
Your authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer will gladly advise you on
technical requirements, the
manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions and the overall benefit
likely to be obtained.
Genuine BMW partsFor reasons of safety, use only
genuine BMW parts and acces-
sories.
Genuine BMW parts are identi-
cal with those fitted to your
motorcycle as original equip-
ment.
BMW Motorrad refuses to
accept any liability whatsoever
for other-make spare parts and
accessories.
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Troubleshooting chart
Fault: Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start
Possible cause Remedy See
b Page
Wrong ignition key
position Ignition key in ON
positionRider’s Manual
bChapter 1
Kill switch is off Move kill switch to centre positionRider’s Manual
bChapter 3
Side stand extended,
gear selected Select neutral or
retract side stand
and pull clutch leverRider’s Manual
bChapter 3
Gear engaged, clutch
not released Select neutral or pull
clutch lever Rider’s Manual
bChapter 3
No fuel in tank Refuel Rider’s Manual
bChapter 1
Fuel pump not work-
ing Blown fuse 4
b 49
Incorrect operation of
twistgrip Rider’s Manual
bChapter 1
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Fault: Engine does not start at all or is very difficult to start
Possible cause Remedy See
b Page
Blocked air filter
element Renew
Defective spark plug Renew
Spark plug/leads or
caps wet Blow out/dry with
compressed air
Insufficient battery
charge Recharge battery
b 50
L Note:
It is advisable to have other
faults – not described on pages
15 ... 60 – attended to by a spe-
cialist workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.L Note:
More detailed technical infor-
mation is available in the follow-
ing publications:
– BMW Repair Manual
– BMW electrical circuit-dia- grams brochure
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Place the motorcycle on its main stand on a flat, firm sur-
face
d Warning:
Make sure that the motorcy-
cle is standing firmly and can-
not topple forwards or to
either side.
Removing the front mud-
guard
Remove 1 screw 2 on left and
right
Remove 1 screw 3 on left and
right
Carefully detach front
mudguard 1
Removing the front wheel
2
3
1
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Removing brake calipers
e Important:
When removing, avoid damage
to brake pipes, brake discs,
brake pads and the wheel rim
(apply masking tape if neces-
sary).
Do not scratch the rim when
forcing back the brake pads or
removing the calipers (apply
masking tape if necessary).
Do not damage the ABS sensor
cable, toothed ring or sensor.
Remove the securing screws 1 for the left and right brake
calipers Push the brake pads back a
little by lightly rocking the
brake calipers
Carefully take off the left and right brake calipers 2
e Important:
To prevent damage to the brake
caliper and possible difficulty
when assembling: never apply
the brake lever when the brake
calipers have been removed.
L Note:
Check the brake pads
(
b 34) and have them replaced if
necessary.
Removing the front wheel
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